Chef, Lavender Hills

Role Overview

The Chef is responsible for the effective day-to-day management of the catering service at Lavender Hills Care Home. This role ensures the provision of high-quality, nutritious meals that meet the needs and preferences of service users, while maintaining excellent standards of food hygiene, safety, stock control and cost management.

The post holder will also play a key role in leading, motivating and developing the kitchen team, ensuring compliance with all statutory and organisational requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Catering & Food Preparation

• Prepare menus in consultation with service users, taking into account preferences, special diets and nutritional needs

• Prepare and serve all meals in a timely manner

• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and Lavender Hills Care Home standards for food hygiene, storage and temperature control

• Ensure all catering ingredients and equipment are purchased within budgetary constraints

• Manage waste effectively

• Regularly seek feedback from service users and plan changes accordingly

Stock & Equipment Management

• Order appropriate levels of supplies from specified suppliers in line with Lavender Hills Care Home procedures

• Maintain strict control over catering costs

• Operate an efficient stock control system

• Ensure all equipment is used with care in accordance with supplier instructions and training

• Ensure all equipment is kept in good working order and report faults immediately

• Withdraw any unsafe equipment from use without delay

Leadership & Staff Management

• Lead, motivate and direct catering and kitchen staff

• Assist in the recruitment of staff

• Induct new starters in line with Lavender Hills Care Home policy

• Carry out annual staff appraisals for catering and kitchen staff

• Conduct staff supervision and oversee personal development plans

• Ensure accurate and legible records are maintained

Safeguarding & Communication

• Be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of individuals supported by the service

• Attend regular meetings to stay informed of views, expectations and operational updates

Benefits

• £13 - £13.50 per hour

• Bereavement leave

• Ongoing training and development

• Bespoke induction

• Complimentary meals, drinks and snacks throughout your shift

• Free parking

• Employee of the Month & Year

• Partnership with My Staff Shop www.mystaffshop.com

Experience & Qualifications Required

• Chef: minimum 3 years (required)

• Cooking: minimum 3 years (required)

• Catering qualifications (required)
  

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